1985 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Taft |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2030 mm |
